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Y752 WCE

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,791 mi
Last recorded122,791 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY752 WCE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 122,791 miles

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 24 Jun 2013

nearside rear tyre shoulder cracking but not showing cords

centre exhaust poor condition

nearside front tyre approaching legal limit

Fail 24 Jun 2013

centre exhaust poor condition

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front tyre approaching legal limit

nearside rear tyre shoulder cracking but not showing cords

Pass 1 Jun 2012 108,439 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 108,439 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 102,364 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 96,104 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake discs in poor condition

Fail 15 Jul 2010 96,104 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 13 Aug 2009 87,195 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 72,911 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 56,664 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 41,209 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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Y752 WCE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 67,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y752 WCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y752 WCE registered?

Y752 WCE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 April 2001.

Is Y752 WCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y752 WCE shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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